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Acclaimed street photographer, KU alumnus to exhibit photos at journalism school
LAWRENCE — A collection of 25 photographs, “Streetphotos in Time” by Gary Mark Smith, a 1984 School of Journalism graduate and internationally known photojournalist, will be displayed on the second floor of Stauffer-Flint Hall as part of the William Allen White School of Journalism’s alumni photography exhibit during the Fall...
KU ranked No. 2 in most published special education journal articles
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas ranks second in institutions that have expanded the field of knowledge in special education and helped guide teachers across the nation. Science Watch recently rated KU No. 2 for most published journal articles in the field of special education, an important indicator of a...
KU study shows suburban schools have worked to 'hoard' advantages
LAWRENCE — As suburban school districts have gained advantages over their urban counterparts, they have tenaciously clung to them, often at the expense of urban districts, a new study by University of Kansas researchers shows. ...
Central KU departments to open weekend before classes start
LAWRENCE — Several Student Success and other key KU departments will be open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 20, and Sunday, Aug. 21, to serve new and returning students and their families and help prepare them for the Monday start to fall classes. ...
KU's new renewable scholarships make college affordable
LAWRENCE — A University of Kansas education is becoming even more affordable thanks to a package of new, four-year renewable scholarships for freshmen and two-year scholarships for transfer students. ...
KU to focus on 12 areas in effort to increase effectiveness, efficiency
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Gray-Little issues statement on death of Carolyn Bailey Berneking
LAWRENCE — University of Kansas Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little issued the following statement on the death of Carolyn Bailey Berneking, former KU librarian, longtime volunteer and granddaughter of E.H.S. Bailey: “Carolyn...
$5 million gift brings University of Kansas Cancer Center closer to fundraising goal
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — University of Kansas Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little today announced a $5 million gift that advances the University of Kansas Cancer Center’s quest to achieve National Cancer Institute designation. ...
KU engineering team advances to national Traffic Bowl Competition
LAWRENCE — There’s no question about it. The University of Kansas School of Engineering is home to the most knowledgeable team of traffic trivia buffs in the Midwest. ...
Annual $10,000 scholarships available for students interested in renewable energy
LAWRENCE — Developing renewable energy technologies is a major research focus at the University of Kansas. Starting this fall, it can also be a source of significant scholarship funding for the right students. ...
KU Business School dean names new leadership positions
LAWRENCE — University of Kansas School of Business dean Neeli Bendapudi has named several new appointments to leadership positions in the Business School. ...
KU engineering student awarded NSF funding for scoliosis treatment research
LAWRENCE — An award from the National Science Foundation will fund research by a University of Kansas School of Engineering doctoral student that could lead to improved treatment for adolescents suffering from scoliosis. ...
Hall Center names Simons Public Humanities Fellow for 2011-12
LAWRENCE — Composer and pianist Randy Klein will be the Simons Public Humanities Fellow for 2011-12 at the Hall Center for the Humanities at the University of Kansas. ...
Gray-Little honored at American Psychological Association Convention
WASHINGTON — Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little’s work in the field of clinical psychology has earned her a Presidential Founder’s Award from Section VI, Division 12 of the American Psychological Association. She receives the honor today at the 2011 American Psychological Association Convention in Washington, DC. ...
KU engineering professor receives award for cartilage research
LAWRENCE — Promising research results that could improve the lives of those who suffer from chronic knee problems has earned one University of Kansas School of Engineering professor a prestigious grant to advance his work. ...
KU professor earns award for cancer treatment delivery research
LAWRENCE — In the ongoing fight against cancer, the most pressing problem isn’t how to kill diseased cells. Researchers figured that out years ago. Today’s challenge is finding a way to kill cancer cells without damaging healthy tissue. ...
KU establishes first coalition of institutions practicing open access
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas was among the first universities in the nation to share faculty research with audiences beyond those with academic journal subscriptions. The university has now taken the lead in forming a coalition with 21 other universities and colleges with established faculty open access policies in...
Animated video will teach students physics behind superconductors
LAWRENCE — Most young people have chatted on a cell phone, but how many of them know how energy relates to matter to make that phone call possible? ...
KU entomologist leads new drive to make 'dark data' available online to anyone
LAWRENCE — Caroline Chaboo regularly fields phone calls and emails from homeowners, gardeners and even U.S. customs officials who ask her to help identify bugs. The University of Kansas entomologist is a leading expert on beetles and performs research around the world, including in Kansas. ...
KU, City of Lawrence announce improvements to bus routes, new website
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Gift creates Innovation studio in KU's Center for Design Research
LAWRENCE, Kan. — When Mark Pigott, chairman and CEO of PACCAR, sought to honor his friend and retiring vice chairman Tom Plimpton, a 1971 University of Kansas alumnus, he found inspiration on KU Endowment’s website. ...
Audio-Reader accepting donations of music, audio equipment for annual sale
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Audio-Reader Network is now accepting donations of new and gently used music and audio equipment for its annual “For Your EARS Only” benefit sale. ...
KU doctoral student one of two in nation to receive Hartford dissertation award
LAWRENCE — Skye Leedahl, doctoral student in social welfare from Minot, N.D., is one of two students in the nation to receive the John A. Hartford Dissertation Fellows Award for her research of the social world of older adults in nursing homes. ...
KU alumna named distinguished professor in School of Public Affairs and Administration
Acclaimed civil rights attorney to speak at KU School of Law
LAWRENCE — A civil rights attorney who helped Thurgood Marshall argue Brown v. Board of Education before the U.S. Supreme Court will speak next week at the University of Kansas School of Law. ...
Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center announces July graduates
YODER — Col. Ernie Garcia, superintendent of the Kansas Highway Patrol, congratulated 49 new law enforcement officers during their graduation from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center on July 15. ...